International Relation

BRICS Summit Boost To India-Iran Ties

Key Meeting Details Historic First Meeting: This was the first meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Both leaders acknowledged the untapped potential in their bilateral relationship. Iran’s Recognition of India’s Role: President Pezeshkian praised...

Berlin Delhi Reconnection, German Chancellor’s India Visit

Context Scholz’s visit coincides with other significant international events such as the Commonwealth session in Samoa and the BRICS forum in Russia. The Commonwealth emphasises India's historical ties with the British Empire, with India now being its largest economy. BRICS...

India’s Choices In A World Becoming Bipolar Again

Sino-American Rivalry: A New Form of Bipolarity Although the two nations race for global hegemony, their economies are deeply interconnected. Key connections include: The U.S. is the largest investor in China. China holds the most U.S. Treasury Bonds. The U.S....

India-Pakistan Meet On Sidelines Of SCO Summit 2024

Context The recent visit of Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to Islamabad (Pakistan) for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit was marked by warmth and courtesy from Pakistani officials. This has sparked discussions about a potential thaw in India-Pakistan...

Pakistan’s Other Front: Western Frontier Durand Line

The discourse surrounding India’s relations with Pakistan often overshadows critical developments in the region, particularly concerning the Durand Line, which separates Pakistan and Afghanistan. This border has significant implications for regional stability and the dynamics of various movements within Pakistan....

Israel-Hamas War 2024, Israel Confirms Yahya Sinwar’s Elimination

On October 18, 2024, Israel confirmed the elimination of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Yahya Sinwar, widely known as the "Butcher of Khan Younis," was held...

SCO Summit 2024, Highlights, Significance and Implications for India

The SCO Summit 2024 has concluded, held in Islamabad, Pakistan, on October 15-16, 2024. This summit was particularly significant as it marked the first visit of an Indian External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, to Pakistan in nearly a decade. This...

China, India and New Delhi’s Quad Dilemma

Context In September 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States to attend another meeting of the Quad nations (Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S.). This visit marked possibly the most significant meeting of the Quad to date, solidifying...

India-ASEAN Relation, Evolution, Significance and Challenges

Association of Southeast Nations (ASEAN) Established: On 8 August 1967 by ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration) Members: Founding: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. Current Members (10): Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. India is...

India’s Foreign Policy Dynamics and Future Outlook

Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi's participation in the 6th Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, emphasises India's commitment to enhancing security cooperation among the four leading maritime democracies– Australia, Japan, India, and the U.S.— in the Indo-Pacific. This Summit highlighted...